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Honey BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe

Delicious Honey BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

This Honey BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese is the ultimate comfort food mashup! Creamy mac and cheese is loaded with tender chicken and a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce for a flavor explosion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound elbow macaroni
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups milk
  • 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1/2 cup honey BBQ sauce
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions, for garnish (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook macaroni according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in milk until smooth.
  3. Bring to a simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Stir in cooked chicken and honey BBQ sauce.
  6. Add macaroni to the cheese sauce and stir to combine.
  7. Garnish with green onions, if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the cheese sauce.